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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1902
Page
2
The article argues Spring Valley Mercry is an old paper and criticizes the administration and costs of merger reforms. It lists a $10,000 board of control bill, another $10,000 in tax commission costs, a $50,000 extra session, and $25,000 for legal talent to oppose the merger, paid by taxpayers.
The article defends compiling biographies as found, arguing history should reflect living subjects to allow correction. It acknowledges imperfections in the writings but stresses truth and timely publication to let the living receive and respond to the record.
Tawney and Sweningson editorialize that fair Cuba treatment could trigger fights against tariff schemes. They critique extreme protectionism arguing the nation must not sacrifice honor to back industries. They warn American industries appear infant in need of government support daily.
A local office reports a new water meter installed in their space prompting tone about municipal property care. The piece notes a phonographic plate left in the machine produced music when water ran, likening the meter to a savings bank and joking about neighbors’ use to spare the meter.
A fast freight and another train raced along the Baltimore and Ohio Southwestern line near Shoals and Washington as a dispatcher briefly granted right of way. A switch engine man diverted to the main track delaying a collision by ten car lengths, forcing a shut in at a way station.
An extended profile traces James D. Doak of Austin from youth to legal prominence. It notes his education at the State University, shift from civil engineering to law, and tenure as County Attorney. The piece paints him as a sharp, controversial figure with a carnival of boasts, sarcasm, and a storied career in divorce cases, politics, and public life.
The Baptist Church led by Rev. F. L. Anderson offers a 10:00 a.m. prayer service and 10:30 a.m. sermon on The Crown of Christian Character followed by Sunday School at noon and B Y P U services in the afternoon and evening. The pastor plans a Monday trip to Mankato and returns for Easter Sunday at the Christian Church with Rev. John Treloar preaching. Morning subject Out of Torch with the Highest and Evening subject Wanted. Church activities include Bible Dines Friday at Mrs F H Gadd home.
Duluth reporter notes Stens Karvo, a Finlander, found guilty of second degree murder for killing Jacob Millymacki on January 10. The assault occurred at a saloon bar when Karvo struck a fatal neck wound with a knife. Defense argued insanity. no motive was presented. Life imprisonment the imposed penalty.
Kansas City reports severe hunger in northern Arkansas as a death toll from April last year worsens. Livestock Exchange responds with steps to raise funds for provisions. A general appeal will go to Kansas City residents to aid starving families subsisting on acorns.
The Times editorial from March discusses a cabinet meeting where enforcing the Crimes Act was raised amid growing power of the Irish League. It urges decisive action and criticizes government timidity in addressing Treland’s situation.
Emperor William studies reasons for American industrial dominance as reports from L M inberger royal councillor of commerce and imperial councilboard for commercial measures are forwarded. He annotates and suggests new inquiries while Goldberger’s reports remain unavailable for publication and likely kept confidential until edited.
Central Presbyterian on Water Street hosts morning and evening services led by Rev B H Krorze with Sunday School at noon. St Johns Church led by Rev H Barth announces services at 9 45 Sunday School and 10 50 to 11 30 am with a sermon on Gods Covenant, plus a Seventh Day Adverts Church service at Keowood Ave and College St.
Palm Sunday at Christ Episcopal Church on March 23 1902 with Lo's Communion at 7 30 a m and 10 30 am service plus Lindey School at noon and evening service at 7 30. Special Lenten sentence Monday at 7 45. All are cordially invited to these services.
Brown pastor leads morning service and communion at 10:30 with Sunday School at noon. Junior League meets at 3 pm Epworth League at 6 30 pm and the evening sermon at 7 30.
Ev. 2g veal Lathevo Church holds morning service in Norwegian and an evening service in English with The Penitent Thief as subject. First church of Christ Scientist meets 10:30 a.m. Sabbath, Sunday School 11:45. Wakand Presbyterian Sunday School 2 p.m. and pastor pricing at 3 p.m. Christian Endeavor Friday 8 p.m.
Mr. and Mrs. Snere entertained the Whid club and their husband Friday evening. Mr. and Mrs. I. B. Weod won the if sat prize. A delicious supper was served.
Felipe Buencamino, an early Philippine government leader and civil service member, writes Secretary Root to congratulate his policy and requests prompt action to Governor Taft. Officials welcome the Filipino gratitude for Taft’s efforts toward better government.
Washington March 22 The house committee on naval affairs approved by seven to four a resolution concurring with President Roosevelt on ending the Schley controversy and postponing all related bills and resolutions. The vote followed party lines with Mr Mudd of Maryland breaking with the Republicans.
A March 22 report from New York details a Park Avenue collapse where four story brownstone fronts sank due to excavations for a rapid transit tunnel. No lives were lost though significant property damage occurred, with a first cave‑in at 55 Park Avenue and nearby houses rendered unsafe. Police ordered residents to evacuate as further settling occurred and financial loss was estimated between 75000 and 9000.
Professor Kyle and sister, Modern Scientific Palmists, operate at Horgn Thomas, formerly Gordon, for a few days offering life readings for 25 cents. Office hours run from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Paderewski caused yard trouble on the Rock Island line at Davenport Iowa March 22 by demanding his private 70 foot Pullman be turned for the Chicago return. With no turntable nearby workers covered the Mississippi Bridge draw and swung it a half circle to maneuver the car onto a pivot.
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